Free Jane Austen Books Available Online
I have found at times my life has echoed the pages of Jane Austen's novels, and that fact has led me to share my love of her writings with my own daughters. It thrilled me to see my little girls when they first saw the movie Pride and Prejudice, but it thrilled me even more when I saw my child pick up her first copy of the book. To see a young girl fall in love with Mr. Darcy, and see her learn of the feelings Jane Austen inspired in her characters throughout all of her works, is amazing.
While I have loved Pride and Prejudice most dearly all of Jane Austen's books, all of her books are worthwhile, and certainly should be read. My favorites also include Emma, and Sense and Sensibility. However, I must confess that I have never read Lady Susan, but I have decided to move that e-book to the top of my reading list. And now, that can be done with just a click of a button!
The most exciting news came to my attention today as I wandered about on Facebook. I saw an advertisement for Austen350! It didn't take but a matter of seconds before my finger hit the left click button and I was surfing the pages of my favorite novels.
Austen350 offers many novels that are not only e-books, but are available a chapter at a time. This makes reading so much easier. But, the best news is that Austen350 offers their books for free. This allows anyone to get online and enjoy the works of Jane Austen. Of course, if reading online is hard on your eyes, the pages can be downloaded and printed.
The availability of Jane Austen's books will be a blessing for teachers, and parents that want to make sure their children are exposed to these classic novels. Hopefully, you can find a favorite book among her works.
Their Jane Austen books include: Emma, Mansfield Park, Northanger Abbey, Pride and Prejudice, Persuasion, Sense and Sensibility, Lady Susan, and Love and Friendship.
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Free Jane Austen books at:
http://www.austen.350.com/. Retrieved from the world wide web on 7/25/09.
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3 Comments
Post a CommentThanks for the info. Jane Austen is one of my favorites, and free books aren't too bad, either!
Austen is an amazing writer. I am glad you found the book engaging!
I didn't think I would like 'Pride And Prejudice', but it became one of my favorite novels. It's just so sharp and well-observed, and the unexpected matchings are fun. Austen 350 sounds a fun way of giving Austen fans a fix!